ARCore Development

— FAQ

Frequently asked questions

• Do we need a separate iOS version?+

  For full coverage yes — we pair ARCore with ARKit so the AR feature works natively on both Android and iOS, usually inside the same Flutter codebase.

• What can ARCore actually do?+

  Place virtual objects in real space, detect surfaces and understand a room, and estimate real-world lighting — all through the standard Android camera, no extra hardware.

• Can AR be added to an existing app?+

  Yes. We add ARCore as a feature inside an app you already have, rather than requiring a separate build.

• Does ARCore work on every Android phone?+

  No, only on devices Google has certified for ARCore, which covers most recent mid-range and flagship phones. The app checks support when it starts, so on phones that cannot run it the AR feature is hidden or replaced by a plain 3D view.

• Can Android AR run in the browser instead of an app?+

  Partly. Chrome on Android can run simple AR through WebXR, using ARCore underneath, and Google's Scene Viewer opens a 3D model in AR from a link. Measurement, saved placements and anything deeply interactive still belong in an app.

• Should we build the Android or the iOS version first?+

  Start where most of your customers are; your analytics usually answer it in a minute. ARCore and ARKit cover the same core features, placement, surface detection and lighting, so the second platform follows the same design. The iPhone side is on our ARKit page.